Contemporary Hospitality

An overview of projects, products and exclusive articles about Contemporary Hospitality

Project • By Fragmentos • Hotels

Palácio de Tavira

On the left bank of the Gilão River, in the historic centre of Tavira, Fragmentos has rehabilitated and extended the former Palácio dos Tavares, transforming it into a five-star hotel that combines heritage, contemporary design and local identity. Built between the 18th and 19th centuries, the Palace is one of the city's architectural landmarks and a symbol of its aristocratic past. After decades in ruins, the intervention restores its urban and functional prominence, pairing the recovery of the Palace with a new wing, the Medina, inspired by Moorish tradition and the vernacular architecture of the eastern Algarve. Francisco Nogueira Francisco Nogueira Francisco Nogueira Francisco Nogueira Francisco Nogu... More

Project • By EL Architecture Studio • Hotels

Openair Suites

Openair Suites - Hospitality Architecture in Italy Honorable Mention & Top 10 Finalist | Terraviva International Architecture Competition The proposal is structured around three complementary principles—Openness, Awareness and Togetherness—translated into architectural qualities operating across every scale of the project. Caption Caption Openness governs the relationship between enclosure and landscape through fluid spatial boundaries and visual continuity. Awareness is expressed through orientation, light, materiality and sensory perception, establishing a continuous dialogue with the surrounding environment. Togetherness interprets hospitality as coexistence between architecture, nature and human occupation.... More

Project • By EL Architecture Studio • Hotels

Open Nest by Openair Suites

Open Nest by Openair Suites - Hospitality & Landscape Architecture in Italy Honorable Mention & Top 10 Finalist | Terraviva International Architecture Competition Open Nest explores hospitality as a continuous relationship between architecture, landscape and human experience. Structured around the principles of Openness, Awareness and Togetherness, the project transforms hospitality into an immersive sensory experience within a unified spatial system, where accommodation, landscape, circulation, gathering, contemplation and accommodation unfold seamlessly. The proposal is expressed by 3 concept elements: the Nest for accommodation, the Spine for the shared facilities the Nooks for gardens. Caption Caption The masterplan... More

Project • By Seven Studio • Restaurants

ADACCIO RESTAURANT

Designed in late 2025, Adaccio is a contemporary Italian restaurant created for the transformation of an existing hospitality space in Koblenz, Germany. Spanning 430 square meters across two levels, the interior combines refined dining atmosphere with a more vibrant evening identity. Warm oak textures, deep green marble, brass accents, velvet upholstery, and integrated greenery create a layered and immersive hospitality experience. Caption Caption At the center of the project is a sculptural double-sided marble bar that connects the dining hall, lounge seating, and circulation spaces into one continuous social environment. Large arched windows fill the interior with natural light during daytime hours, while dynamic evening light... More

Project • By Seraro by Ramical • Restaurants

La Xampanyeria | Chicago

Located in Chicago, La Xampanyeria is conceived as a refined hospitality space where warmth, material richness, and social atmosphere come together to create an elevated experience. The interior is defined by a continuous wood envelope, establishing a cohesive and intimate setting. Soft lighting, integrated shelving, and layered textures enhance the perception of depth while maintaining a calm and inviting ambiance. Seraro by Ramical The bar area becomes the central element of the space, where brass accents, warm tones, and carefully curated displays reinforce a sense of craftsmanship and sophistication. Seating areas are arranged to encourage both social interaction and moments of privacy, balancing openness with comfort. Natural l... More